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CIAT's high-performance ClimaCIAT™ air handling units (AHUs) are fully compliant with the updated National Health Service (NHS) code of practice on ventilation in hospitals. CIAT is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. The new NHS specification set out in Health Technical Memorandum 03-01 (HTM-03-01), was published earlier in 2021 following input from industry and healthcare estate special...
Motili, a globally recognized property and HVAC technology company, has announced a new integration with Yardi, a developer of industry-renowned investment and property management software, to bring automation to Motili’s work order capabilities, streamlining and modernizing the process for multi-family and commercial customer orders. Yardi Voyager integrated platform The Yardi Voyager solution is a web-based, fully integrated end-to-end platform, with mobile access for larger portfolios...
In early 2021 schools and businesses across the country continued to reopen even as the Delta variant of COVID-19 emerged in the U.S. This created school and workplace safety concerns. We covered topics that stressed the importance of air purification to restore worker confidence. We also discussed how schools used funds from the American Rescue Plan to address aging mechanical systems, and we ended with a call to businesses to raise their IAQ standards to keep occupants safe. Let’s take a...
Ruskin is pleased to announce the new GenSet damper models designed to provide maximum combustion air and pressure relief quickly for emergency generator start up. These models are specially equipped with the new fast acting 8-second spring return electric actuator in a NEMA 4X weather enclosure, and have independent section operation to ensure optimal performance. In addition, all three models meet Class 1A leakage (3 cfm/ft2 @ 1" w.g.) when closed. Features: New 8-second spring return e...
Eurovent has just released its brand-new Recommendation 6/17 on control systems for Air Handling Units. The document was prepared in a joint effort by participants of the Eurovent Product Group ‘Air Handling Units’ (PG-AHU). Eurovent 6/17 provides recommendations on minimum functional requirements for control systems of Air Handling Units and clarifies the importance of controls in regard to energy consumption, safety, commissioning and maintenance aspects. It also explains the ad...
Eurovent has published both the French and German versions of Recommendation 6/15. This Recommendation sets out the principles of good practice to limit the internal air leakages in bidirectional air handling units, notably those fitted with a rotary heat exchanger. Important measures Eurovent Recommendation 6/15 outlines the most important measures to be considered in the design and setting of a unit to minimize leakages and guidelines on how to correct the declared performance due to leakag...
Heatex has successfully tested its Model H2 cross-flow plate heat exchanger (HEX) according to the standard EN 60529, and it is now officially IP-rated. Additional tightness treatment is optional for all the cross-flow heat exchangers. Heatex’s IP65 Rated HEX An IP65-rated enclosure gives protection against low-pressure water jets from any direction, as well as condensation and water spray. Heatex’s tested object fulfilled the IP65 requirements, which means that neither dust nor...
The Viessmann Group continues preparations for a dynamic future. Viessmann Group Co-CEO Joachim Janssen (64) is retiring after nearly 15 years on the Executive Board and six years at the top of the family business. Upon his departure, Co-CEO Maximilian Viessmann (32) will become the sole CEO, and, along with CFO Dr. Ulrich Hüllmann, will lead the Viessmann Group executive management team. One hundred and five years after Johann Viessmann established the company, the overall responsibility...
Carrier® has collaborated with Barrisol®, the pioneer in HVAC ceiling solutions, to develop a range of integrated air conditioning solutions that deliver outstanding comfort, enhanced indoor air quality (IAQ), and low-operational costs. The new advanced ceiling solutions provide a high-quality, stable indoor environment, and the highest levels of aesthetic design and are ideal for any application where precise control of temperature and very low air velocities are required. The initiati...
Danfoss and Florida State University have announced a multi-year collaboration in which Danfoss will fund scholarships and provide research opportunities for faculty and students at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, the joint engineering institution for Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Florida State University (FSU). The 5-year agreement, which was officially signed on November 12, establishes the Danfoss FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Fund with a $750,000 commitment from Danfoss....
Powerbox, one of Europe’s largest power supply companies, and for more than four decades a leading force in optimizing power solutions for demanding applications, has announced the release of a new 700W power supply for industrial applications, the OFI700A. Optimized for conduction cooling, the OFI700A delivers high-performance levels across a baseplate temperature range of -40 to +95 degrees C, without the use of a fan. The power supply operates with a wide universal input range from 85...
Carrier has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in the UK as a key European geography for its advanced air conditioning and heat pump solutions. Carrier is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Speaking at a major customer event held at The Oval, London, Didier Genois, Vice President and General Manager of Carrier Commercial HVAC, Europe, said, "The UK is an important segment for us, and we...
Visitors to Glasgow’s Buchanan Street will be treated this week to a festive lights display like no other, with a Christmas tree featuring lights that change color according to the pollution levels in the city. The tree was installed by EDF in a bid to make motorists more aware of the impact that petrol and diesel cars have on the environment, and features color-changing lights powered by an electric vehicle (EV) that react to air pollution levels in the city center. Live pollution data...
In an ongoing video series from Motili, the company highlights PropTech, CRE, multi-family, and single-family industry news. Motili’s latest video takes a look at the major factors and influences that are currently affecting HVAC pricing at Motili and in the entire HVAC sector. As background, Motili is an integrative, HVAC technology platform that offers products and services nationwide. Motili is part of the Daikin Company, one of the largest HVAC manufacturers in the world, with ac...
Range of sizes, imprints, and connections. Whatever the customer’s local system requirements, Reflex Longtherm heat exchangers will always have the appropriate solution. They are used to separate circuits with different parameters such as different operating pressures, water volumes, or water qualities as found in underfloor heating, district heating, drinking water heating systems, solar energy systems, or cooling machines. The objective is to ensure a highly efficient heat exchange with...
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), the global authority for transforming health and well-being with its people-first approach to buildings, organizations and communities, announced that it has crossed the three billion square-foot mark of spaces enrolled in WELL. Expansion of WELL's building area In the past year, the building area applying WELL offerings has tripled from one billion square feet to more than three billion square feet of space, so that current WELL strategies sup...
Commercial air conditioning is an essential part of comfortable space. If the business is at a crossroads with upgrading or installing new units, then it’s time to consider the argument of financing vs. paying cash. Let’s look closely at the pros and cons of financing and cash. Financing Pros and Cons When you finance the air conditioning system, you are spreading the cost over a period of time in which you’ll be using it. It also allows you to pay what you are able...
With lockdown measures further easing across England – including allowing people back inside restaurants and pubs – the British Medical Association (BMA) has raised concerns that many premises may not be sufficiently ventilated to prevent airborne transmission of Covid-19. Calling for the Government to issue ‘explicit specifications’ on ventilation requirements for pubs, bars and restaurants, workplaces, and other public settings as they welcome the public back in...
Burnham Commercial, America’s Boiler Company is pleased to announce that the popular C-Series product line has been expanded to include four new, larger sizes. The new sizes 125, 150, 175, and 200 horsepower models are available for immediate order. To request a copy of the C-Series brochure, go to the Burnham Commercial website or contact the local Burnham Commercial sales representative. Electronic copies are also available by request or online.
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has released a new Universal Thermostat Adapter, which allows variable capacity residential HVAC systems from YORK®, Luxaire®, Coleman®, and Champion® brands to seamlessly interface with most third-party thermostats. With the Universal Thermostat Adapter, homeowners have the power to choose their preferred controls system for their premium variable capacity split systems. It also gives homeow...
According to the Carbon Trust, around 40% of commercial floor space is expected to be air-conditioned by 2020, compared with only 10% at the end of 1994. Demand is therefore increasing rapidly and due to this, building owners and operators are encouraged to look carefully at energy consumption, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, in particular, to see where savings can be made. The Carbon Trust also suggests that specifying a new air conditioning system should consider both user and...
Only 17 companies worldwide have signed all three of non-profit organization Climate Group’s initiatives to help accelerate the green transition. Danfoss is one of them. This week, Climate Group acknowledges the company’s commitment in a blog post, where the company are highlighted along with Siemens, ABB, Schneider Electric, and European Metal Recycling. Companies that signed-up for EV100 commit to electrifying their car fleets by 2030. RE100 binds signing companies to switch...
Greenheck, the pioneer in air movement and provider of the most comprehensive selection of products for commercial HVAC systems, announced the incorporation of patented Northern Light® UV-C technology into its line of AMPLIFY™ overhead HVLS fans today. “We’re excited to add this technology to our AMPLIFY overhead fans,” said Tim Busby, Greenheck General Manager, Fans, adding “This applied innovation will truly make a difference in indoor spaces....
EffectiV HVAC reinforces its position as a pioneer in IAQ innovation as the company announces its 3-in-1 solution has been verified by industry-recognized expert Innovative Bioanalysis as an effective solution in containing the spread of COVID-19 after being tested against the virus. Typically installed in the ceiling and designed to treat air before it enters the room, EffectiV HVAC’s UV diffusers use the latest cutting-edge technology by combining low-pressure drop MERV-9 filtrati...
The Baltimore Aircoil Company’s (BAC) ENDURADRIVE Fan System ensures unmatched peace of mind in the operation of mission-critical cooling applications through a dramatically simplified design. The ENDURADRIVE Fan System features permanent magnet, direct-drive technology, in which the fan motor is directly coupled to the fan, eliminating the need for intermediary moving parts like gears or belts. The advanced design is specifically engineered so that the motor, VFD, and cooling tower work...
Greenheck Group, a pioneer in the manufacturing and distribution of air movement, air control, and air tempering equipment, has completed the acquisition of Metal Industries. The addition of Metal Industries expands the Greenheck brand’s portfolio of products adding grilles, registers, diffusers (GRDs), and air terminal units (ATUs) to its comprehensive product offering. The coming together of these two great brands further positions Greenheck as a trusted single-source supplier for compl...
Many users breathed a collective sigh of relief as 2021 began even as users remained cautious about the future. However, 2021 brought new challenges with COVID-19 including new variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus Other indoor air quality concerns resulted from buildings left empty during shutdowns. That included the growth of mold and bacteria like Legionella. Aging infrastructure and mechanical systems in schools also concerned many Americans in 2021 and we provided advice to administrators on ho...
Whether it’s lighting, blinds, heating systems or smoke detectors: The open-source IoT platform - wibutler connects over 250 products from more than 30 manufacturers. With Busch-Jaeger Elektro GmbH, the market renowned company in the area of electronics, they are joined by another top brand. The connection of the successful Busch-free@home smart home system to the wibutler platform creates new possibilities for linking electronic devices to Viessmann’s heating, ventilation and energ...
Energy use in Britain goes up in the colder months and with energy being a lot more expensive than it used to be, many users are focused on what they can do to reduce the amount they use. Every bit of energy saved helps both the climate and bank balances. Here are Ecotricity's top energy-saving tips to cut bills and stay warm in winter. Many of the big savers are quick and simple and are often free. Fine-tune heating Users can save a considerable amount by turning heating down by just 1°...
Aspire at CityPlace, a brand-new ultra-luxury apartment and townhome community developed by Commercial Investment Properties (CIP) in suburban St. Paul, Minnesota, will open to residents in June with a state of the art system designed to continuously clean the air and surfaces throughout the common areas. The buildings are installing CASPR disinfection technology in all three elevators and common areas including the grand, two-story lobby with sunken lounge, 24-Hour fitness center, entertainme...
